Serving 581 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy's student population of 581 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3082 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
78%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
7%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy's ranking?
Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy is ranked #3082 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy often compared to?
Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy?
581 students attend Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy?
Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy offer ?
Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy part of?
Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy is part of Grand Prairie ISD School District.
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